Owners and operators of EVSE are not subject to state regulation as electricity suppliers or public service companies. For the purpose of this regulation, owners and operators of EVSE are considered retail electric customers. (Reference Maryland Statutes, Public Utility Code 1-101(j))

The Maryland Energy Administration (MEA) offers an EVSE rebate program to an individual, business, or state or local government entity for the costs of acquiring and installing qualified EVSE. Between July 1, 2017, and June 30, 2020, rebates for 40% of the costs of acquiring and installing qualified EVSE, or up to the following amounts:

Qualified Entity

Amount

Individual

$700

Business or State or Local Government

$4,000

Retail Service Station Dealer

$5,000

Applicants must demonstrate compliance with state, local, and/or federal law that applies to the installation or operation of qualified EVSE. Other requirements may apply. Total funding for each fiscal year will not exceed $1,200,000. For more information, see MEA's EVSE Rebate Program page.

(Reference Maryland Statutes, Business Regulation Code 10-101, and State Government Code 9-2009)

The Maryland Energy Administration administers the Maryland Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Program (AFIP), which provides grants to plan, install, and operate public access alternative fueling and charging infrastructure. Private access natural gas and propane fueling stations are eligible for funding. Only Maryland-based private businesses are eligible, and projects must take place in the state. Grant award amounts are based on the alternative fuel technology and are capped at 50% of project costs. Applicant cost share must be at least 50%.

Station Type

Maximum Grant Award per Station

DC Fast Charger

$55,000

Ethanol

$35,000

Hydrogen

$300,000

Natural Gas

$500,000

Propane

$100,000

Applications are accepted through December 31, 2018. For more information, including application requirements, see the Maryland AFIP Program website.

Baltimore Gas and Electric Company (BGE) offers a time-of-use (TOU) rate for BGE residential customers who purchase or lease a PEV. The TOU rate, Schedule EV, applies to the energy used for the entire residence during a billing period. Participation requires a meter capable of measuring TOU data. For more information, see Schedule EV.

FirstEnergy residential customers can lease a Level 2 EVSE for a monthly rate for three years. Included in the lease is the installation of the EVSE and a repair or replacement guarantee for the life of the agreement. For more information, including terms and conditions, see the FirstEnergy Electric Vehicle Charger Lease website.